Hubble Space Telescope Facts and Trivia

The video discusses the importance of telescopes for exploring the universe, focusing on the Hubble Space Telescope. It highlights Hubble's impressive size, power source, speed, and orbit. The video also covers the telescope's upgrades and its significant contributions to astronomy. Hubble's legacy includes not only answering questions about the universe but also paving the way for future space exploration and solving new mysteries.

What is the primary power source for the Hubble Space Telescope?

• Hydroelectric energy

• Wind energy

• Nuclear energy

• Solar energy

What is the size of the Hubble Space Telescope's mirror?

• Six feet across

• Four feet across

• Eight feet across

• Ten feet across

What is the length of the Hubble Space Telescope?

• 22 feet

• 33 feet

• 44 feet

• 55 feet

What is the weight of the Hubble Space Telescope?

• 30,000 pounds

• 15,000 pounds

• 25,000 pounds

• 20,000 pounds

How fast does the Hubble Space Telescope travel in its orbit?

• 10,000 kilometers per hour

• 20,000 kilometers per hour

• 30,000 kilometers per hour

• 5,000 kilometers per hour

How often does the Hubble Space Telescope orbit the Earth?

• Every 30 minutes

• Every hour

• Every hour and a half

• Every two hours

What makes the Hubble Space Telescope unique in terms of maintenance?

• It requires no maintenance

• It is maintained by robots

• It is serviced from Earth

• It is serviced by astronauts in space

What was installed during Hubble's last servicing mission?

• A new communication system

• A brand new set of cameras and spectrographs

• A new propulsion system

• New solar panels

How long has the Hubble Space Telescope been operational?

• Over 20 years

• Over 25 years

• Over 10 years

• Over 15 years

What is one of the Hubble Space Telescope's greatest legacies?

• Being the fastest telescope in space

• Answering all questions about the universe

• Opening up new mysteries for future telescopes

• Being the largest telescope ever built